NOTE
•The keys carry a unique electronic code.
For this reason, and to assure your
safety, obtaining a replacement key
requires some waiting time. They are
only available through an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
•Always keep a spare key in case one is
lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
•If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda
Dealer will reset the electronic codes of
your remaining keys and immobilizer
system. Bring all the remaining keys to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that has
not been reset is not possible.
▼Operation
NOTE
•The engine may not start and security
indicator light may illuminate or flash if
the key is placed in an area where it is
difficult for the system to detect the
signal, such as on the dashboard or in
the glove compartment. Move the key to
a location within
the signal range,
switch the ignition off, and then restart
the engine.
•Signals from a TV or radio station, or
from a transceiver or mobile telephone
could interfere with your immobilizer
system. If you are using the proper key
and the engine fails to start, check the
security indicator light.
Arming
The system is armed when the ignition is
switched from ON to off.
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster fla shes every 2 seconds
until the system is disarmed.
Disarming
The system is disarmed when the ignition
is switched ON with the correct
programmed key. The security indicator
light illuminates for about 3 seconds and
then turns off. If the engine does not start
with the correct key, and the security
indicator light remains illuminated or
flashing, try the following:
Make sure the key is within the
operational range for signal transmission.
Switch the ignition off, and then restart the
engine. If the engine d oes not start after 3
or more tries, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
•If the security indicator light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do
not shut off the engine. Go to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it
checked. If the engine is shut off while
the indicator light is flashing, you will
not be able to restart it.
•Because the electronic codes are reset
when the immobilizer system is repaired,
the keys are needed. Make sure to bring
all the keys to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer so that they can be programmed.
Before Driving
Security System
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▼Safety Chains
Safety chains must be used as a precautionary measure should th
e trailer become
unintentionally unhitched. They should cross under the trailer tongue and attach to the hitch.
Leave enough slack to allow full turns. Consult literature publ ished by your trailer or hitch
manufacturer for more details.
WA R N I N G
Make sure the safety chain is securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle prior to
departure:
Towing a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and the
vehicle is dangerous. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, the trailer could
wander into another lane and cause a collision.
▼ Trailer Lights
Trailer lights must comply with
all federal, state, and local regulations. Equip your trailer as
required before towing it day or night.
CAUTION
Do not connect a trailer lighting system directl y to the lighting system of your Mazda. This
may damage your vehicle's electrical system an d lighting systems. Have a recreational vehicle
dealer or trailer rental agency connect the system, and inspect the brake lights and turn
signals yourself before each trip.
▼ Trailer Brakes
If the total trailer weight ex
ceeds 450 kg (1,000 lb), trailer brakes are required. If your trailer
has brakes, make sure they comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.
WA R N I N G
Do not connect a hydraulic trailer-brake system to your vehicle's brake system:
Connecting a hydraulic trailer-brake system directly to the vehicle brake system is dangerous
and will result in inadequate braking and possible injury.
Before Driving
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4When Driving
Information concerning safe driving and stopping.
Start/Stop Engine.............................. 4-4 Ignition Switch........ ..................... 4-4
Starting the Engine....................... 4-5
Turning the Engine Off...............4-10
Instrument Cluster and Display............
........................................................... 4-11 Meters and Gauges..................... 4-11
Multi-information Display and INFO
Switch
*....................................... 4-19
Active Driving Display
*............. 4-27
Warning/Indicator Lights............4-30
Automatic Transaxle....................... 4-37 Automatic Transaxle
Controls...................................... 4-37
Shift-Lock System...................... 4-38
Transaxle Ranges........................4-38
Manual Shift Mode..................... 4-40
Driving Tips................................4-45
Switches and Controls..................... 4-46
Lighting Control......................... 4-46
Fog Lights
*................................. 4-51
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals........................................ 4-52
Windshield Wipers and
Washer........................................ 4-53
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer........................................ 4-56
Rear Window Defogg er.............. 4-57
Horn............................................ 4-59
Hazard Warning Flasher............. 4-59
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
*.......................................4-60
Brake................................................ 4-64 Brake System.............................. 4-64
AUTOHOLD.............................. 4-69
Hill Launch Assist (HLA).......... 4-73
ABS/TCS/DSC................................. 4-75 Antilock Brake System
(ABS)..........................................4-75
Traction Control System
(TCS).......................................... 4-76
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)..........................................4-78
Fuel Economy Monitor................... 4-79 Fuel Economy Monitor
*............. 4-79
Drive Selection................................. 4-82 Drive Selection........................... 4-82
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NOTE
•After starting the engine, the push
button start indicator light (amber)
turns off and the ignition switches to
the ON position.
•After pressing the push button start
and before the engine starts, the
operation sound of the fuel pump
motor from near the fuel tank can be
heard, however, this does not
indicate a malfunction.
8. After starting the engine, let it idle for about ten seconds.
NOTE
•Whether the engine is cold or warm,
it should be started without the use
of the accelerator.
•If the engine does not start the first
time, refer to Starting a Flooded
Engine under Emergency Starting. If
the engine still does not start, have
your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-
17).
▼Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead
CAUTION
When starting the engine by holding the
transmitter over the push button start due
to a dead key battery or a malfunctioning
key, be careful not to allow the following,
otherwise the signal from the key will not
be received correctly and the engine may
not start.
Metal parts of other keys or metal objects
touch the key.
Spare keys or keys for other vehicles
equipped with an immobilizer system
touch or come near the key.
Devices for electronic purchases, or
security passage touch or come near the
key.
If the engine cannot be started due to a
dead key battery, the engine can be started
using the following procedure:
1. Continue to depress the brake pedal firmly until th e engine has completely
started.
2. Verify that the push button start indication light (green) flashes.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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Warning/Indicator Lights
Instrument Cluster varies depending on model and specifications.
Center of Dashboard
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Type A
(With Multi-information Display)
(Without Multi-information Display)
Instrument Cluster
Type B
▼ Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system
operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Warning Page
Brake System Warning Indication/Warning Light*1*27-23
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Page
ABS Warning Light*1
Electronic Brake
Force Distribu- tion System
Wa r n i n g 7-23
ABS warning 7-26
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-23
Engine Oil Warning Light*17-23
(Red) High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Indication/Warning Light
*17-23
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Malfunction Indicator Light*17-23
Master Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-26
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-26
(Red)
*Brake Pedal Operation Demand Warning Light*1
Flashing
4-69
Buzzer & Flash- ing
7-26
Check Engine Light*17-26
*Engine Oil Level Warning Indication 7-26
Engine Oil Level Warning Light
*17-33
Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-26
*AWD Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-26
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light*17-26
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing 7-26
Turns on 7-33
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Page
*Door-Ajar Warning Indication 7-33
*Liftgate-Ajar Warning Indication7-33
*Door-Ajar Warning Light
7-33
*1 The light turns on when the i
gnition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If t he light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
*2 The light turns on continuously w hen the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) is applied.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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▼Indication/Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system
operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Indicator Page
Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light*12-58
(Green)
*KEY Indicator Light 4-5
Security Indicator Light*13-44
Wrench Indication/Indicator Light*14-36
(Blue)
*Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light4-36
Shift Position Indication
4-39
Lights-On Indication/Indicator Light 4-46
Headlight High-Beam Indicator LightHeadlight
High-Low Beam 4-49
Flashing the Headlights 4-49
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Turn and
Lane-Change Signals4-52
Hazard Warning Flasher4-59
(Green)
*Brake Pedal Operation demand Indicator Light 4-65
AUTOHOLD Active Indicator Light*14-71
*Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go func
tion (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) indicator Light 4-121
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-34*Some models.
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